Sclerotherapy is one of the lowest-risk cosmetic procedures available, and anesthesia is not required. It has been used since the 1930s and is considered the gold-standard treatment for varicose veins.
Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical spider vein treatment that involves the injection of an FDA-approved solution directly into the spider vein via a tiny needle. The injected solution irritates the lining of the vein, causing it to collapse and then disappear over time. This treatment is done in the comfort of our office and takes roughly 25-30 minutes to complete. Some patients will have larger clusters of spider veins that will need to be treated on more than one occasion to accomplish full fading of the veins. Typically, patients require a series of 3-5 treatments over the course of several months. Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan detailing the anticipated number of treatments required for full clearance.
How Long Does Sclerotherapy Last?
The results of sclerotherapy are permanent. Once the vein tissue turns to scar tissue and dissolves from sight, it is gone for good. The treated spider veins will not come back. Although new spider veins can develop over time, it is important to note that the success rate is over 90% when sclerotherapy is administered by highly skilled providers, such as Dr. Robert Cutchen or our nurse sclerotherapist. This gives our patients peace of mind when considering this treatment.